The Indian Railways on October 7, 2021, launched and operated two long-haul freight trains named _______, to provide a very effective solution to the problem of capacity constraints in critical rail sections. 

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  1. Himalaya and Thar  
  2. Aakash and Vijay 
  3. Sagar and Prithvi 
  4. Trishul and Garuda 

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Option 4 : Trishul and Garuda 
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Key Points

  • Indian Railways:-
    • Indian Railways is one of the world's largest railway networks, covering extensive routes across India.
    • The network is divided into zones and divisions for efficient management and operations.
    • The first passenger train ran in 1853 between Bombay (now Mumbai) and Thane, marking the beginning of Indian Railways.
    • Indian Railways offers various types of trains including express, passenger, local, luxury, and freight trains.
    • Indian Railways has embraced technology with online booking, GPS tracking, and station modernization.
    • The Indian Railways on October 7, 2021, launched and operated two long-haul freight trains named Trishul and Garuda, to provide a very effective solution to the problem of capacity constraints in critical rail sections. 

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